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Just another WordPress weblogSun, 09 Oct 2016 20:15:34 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.7.9Wineries to Visit near San Miguelhttp://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/wineries-to-visit-near-san-miguel
http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/wineries-to-visit-near-san-miguel#respondSun, 09 Oct 2016 14:42:47 +0000http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/?p=532This region of Mexico is ideal for wine connoisseurs who want to go wine-tasting; there are four vineyards less than 30 minutes from San Miguel. The nearby vineyards include:

*Bodega Dos Buhos: This vineyard works with 10 types of grapes. Guests can plan special visits for a picnic and winery-tour afternoon. Tip: Bookings for the picnic must be made in advance. Contact the winery by email: bodega.dosbuhos@gmail.com

* Vinicola Toyan: The cellar welcomes large groups and couples for tastings. There is also an area that can host up to 30 people for special events. Call them for reservations at San Miguel local number 415-152-7400.

* Cuna de Tierra: This cellar is a destination in itself with its beautiful architecture. Located on the road between Dolores Hidalgo and San Luis de la Paz at Km. 11. For reservations call local San Miguel number: 415-690-2209. Schedules for touring from 11:am to 2:pm and from 4:pm to 7:pm. You also can send them an email at: enoexperiencias@cunadetierra.com.mx

* Santisima Trinidad: A large percentage of this estate is dedicated to the vineyard, olive trees and lavender fields but this property also includes a hotel with six rooms and real estate lots for building your own wine country house. You can visit their in-town wine bar at the Doce18 Concept House located at Calle Relox #12 in the Centro of San Miguel…or call them at local number 415-152-1964. Their email address is: info@lasantisimatrinidad.com.mx

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]]>http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/wineries-to-visit-near-san-miguel/feed0For a Taco Crawl in San Miguel…http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/for-a-taco-crawl-in-san-miguel
http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/for-a-taco-crawl-in-san-miguel#respondSun, 09 Oct 2016 13:14:29 +0000http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/?p=534Amid the fine restaurants and upscale dining experiences in San Miguel, visitors can still savor the best of simple Mexican cooking. For a very special taco crawl, be sure to visit the following taco vendors:
* El Pato Barbacoa & Mixiotes
Calzada de la Estacion #112 (beyond the bus station heading south out of town)
Highly regarded for its lamb barbacoa tacos, served with a bowl of consomme.
*Don Taco Tequila
Calle Hernandez-Macias #83 (at corner with Calle Umaran)
Great in-town snacking spot for a variety of tacos with a very fresh array of salsas. Open daily from 2 pm – 10 pm.
*Taco Lab
Calle Relox #18, inside the Doce18 Concept House in the back
A changing menu of taco specials. We especially love the cochinita pibil tacos!
*Don Santos Tacos
Calle Clavel #8 (off Refugio Sur in Colonia San Antonio)
Go after 6:30 pm to order their delicious “Taco del Res”!
*Andy’s Taco Cart
Apearing at the corner of Calle Insurgentes and Calle Hidalgo after 8 pm
Ask for “Tacos al Pastor” with extra pineapple – muy rico!
*Hermanos Bautista
Calle Guadiana #2
Open at 7 am, so totally appropriate to order tacos for breakfast!

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]]>http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/for-a-taco-crawl-in-san-miguel/feed0Best Times to Visit San Miguelhttp://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/best-times-to-visit-san-miguel
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]]>http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/best-times-to-visit-san-miguel/feed0The 10 Best Bars in San Miguelhttp://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/the-10-best-bars-in-san-miguel
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]]>http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/the-10-best-bars-in-san-miguel/feed0Best Italian Meals in San Miguelhttp://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/best-italian-meals-in-san-miguel
http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/best-italian-meals-in-san-miguel#respondThu, 17 Mar 2016 14:12:40 +0000http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/?p=522San Miguel has a wealth of restaurants and, in recent years, has become something of a foodie paradise. But sometimes you just want classic Italian fare….

]]>http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/best-italian-meals-in-san-miguel/feed0Viernes de Dolores 2016 – Altar Update!http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/viernes-de-dolores-2016-altar-update
http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/viernes-de-dolores-2016-altar-update#respondTue, 15 Mar 2016 15:21:14 +0000http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/?p=517On Friday, March 18, 2016, an altar will be created at the Santa Escuela de Cristo, the small church with the clock tower to the left of the Parroquia. This year, March 18th is the last Friday of Lent, which also marks the start of Holy Week/Semana Santa. It is known as Viernes de Dolores – The Friday of Our Lady of Sorrows – and is considered one of the most important days of Easter observances.

Traditionally, this is the day the Virgin of Sorrows is honored with beautiful altars in homes and public places. In San Miguel, there is also a tradition of decorating the old fountains throughout the Centro. Created by Luis Pantoja and Ernesto Morales, the special altar beside the Parroquia will be open to the public at 7 p.m. Friday.

At 7:30, in the same church, there will be a recital of “Ensamble Requiem” playing the Stabat Mater, a 13th-century Catholic hymn to Mary. At 8:30, baritone Ricardo Castro and pianist Jusué Martinez will be performing different arias for your listening pleasure. The event is free of charge.

Luis Pantoja, a native of San Miguel de Allende, designs jewelry at Piedras (http://www.piedrassanmiguel.com http://www.piedrassanmiguel.com) and has done altars at the Parroquia for the past several years.

Two well-known San Miguel businesses have joined forces to serve you better!

San Miguel House Rentals and Home Destinations are now working together as joint business partners to provide you with the full spectrum of services for rental houses in San Miguel. We offer professional oversight for vacation rentals (three nights to three months), long-term rentals (longer than three months), and complete property management and bill-paying for your rental house, as well as a variety of concierge services for renters.

For renters, this means additional options for concierge services, such as in-home spa treatments, reservations for special dinners, other special arrangements. We also will be able to provide more back-up for any maintenance issues at the rental houses and services in Spanish for our many Mexican renters.

http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/expanded-services-for-san-miguel-renters/feed0Where You Can Swim in San Miguelhttp://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/places-to-swim-in-san-miguel
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]]>http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/places-to-swim-in-san-miguel/feed0San Miguel = #1 City in the World!http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/san-miguel-1-city-in-the-world
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]]>http://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/san-miguel-1-city-in-the-world/feed1Summer Rental Specials in San Miguelhttp://san-miguel-house-rentals.com/blog/summer-2013-rental-specials-in-san-miguel
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Casa Tenerias (4 bedrooms for up to 8 people; in Centro; pool)
Regularly $7500 USD/month, now from May 10 to Sept 14, 2013, only $3750 USD/month for rentals with a one-month minimum
http://www.san-miguel-house-rentals.com/Search/profile.php?ID=132

Casa de las Estrellas (3 bedrooms for up to 6 people, in northeastern Centro near the Mercado)
Regularly $1300 USD/week and $3200 USD/month, now up to Sept 14, 2013: $1000 USD/week and $2500 USD/month
http://www.san-miguel-house-rentals.com/Search/profile.php?ID=26

Villa El Cerrito (4 bedrooms in main house and 3 bedrooms in casitas on the property for up to 14 people, pool, incredible gardens, separate cook)
Pricing varies depending on number of bedrooms used and number of guests, but now up to Sept 14, 2013: 20% discount off listed prices
http://www.san-miguel-house-rentals.com/Search/profile.php?ID=30